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Woman;s hair loss from a crash diet?

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Will stabilize: The hair will return over a period of 6 months but rogaine (minoxidil) could be used in interval as stimulant to hair growth. Suggest checking blood for thyroid status, as well as iron levels. These can contribute to hair loss.

Dr Fronzaglia ii, do, ms agreed

Answered 12/21/2016

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